Waste Matter (Noun)
Meaning
Any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted; "they collect the waste once a week"; "much of the waste material is carried off in the sewers".
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The company implemented a recycling program to reduce the amount of waste matter in landfills.
- Much of the waste matter generated by the city's restaurants is organic and can be composted.
- Proper disposal of hazardous waste matter is crucial to protect the environment and public health.
- The recycling center sorted through the waste matter and extracted valuable materials like metal and glass.
- Improper handling of medical waste matter can lead to serious health risks for healthcare workers and the community.